Circular Economy for Clothes Using Web and Mobile Technologies—A Systematic Review and a Taxonomy Proposal

Faria, Rui; Lopes, Inês; Pires, Ivan Miguel; Marques, Gonçalo; Fernandes, Solange; García, Nuno M.; Lucas, José; Jevremović, Aleksandar; Zdravevski, Eftim; Trajkovik, Vladimir

doi:10.3390/info11030161

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“…Lönn proposes an AR-based smartphone application to raise awareness about the CE, thus facilitating the adoption of CE concepts [91]. Faria et al present mobile applications used to sell, buy or loan clothes, supporting the CE purposes (mostly digitalization and reuse) [92].…”

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Information and Communication Technology Solutions for the Circular Economy

2020

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The concept of circular economy (CE) is becoming progressively popular with academia, industry, and policymakers, as a potential path towards a more sustainable economic system. Information and communication technology (ICT) systems have influenced every aspect of modern life and the CE is no exception. Cutting-edge technologies, such as big data, cloud computing, cyber-physical systems, internet of things, virtual and augmented reality, and blockchain, can play an integral role in the embracing of CE concepts and the rollout of CE programs by governments, organizations, and society as a whole. The current paper conducts an extensive academic literature review on prominent ICT solutions paving the way towards a CE. For the categorization of the solutions, a novel two-fold approach is introduced, focusing on both the technological aspect of the solutions (e.g., communications, computing, data analysis, etc.), and the main CE concept(s) employed (i.e., reduce, reuse, recycle and restore) that each solution is the most relevant to. The role of each solution in the transition to CE is highlighted. Results suggest that ICT solutions related to data collection and data analysis, and in particular to the internet of things, blockchain, digital platforms, artificial intelligence algorithms, and software tools, are amongst the most popular solutions proposed by academic researchers. Results also suggest that greater emphasis is placed on the “reduce” component of the CE, although ICT solutions for the other “R” components, as well as holistic ICT-based solutions, do exist as well. Specific important challenges impeding the adoption of ICT solutions for the CE are also identified and reviewed, with consumer and business attitude, economic costs, possible environmental impacts, lack of education around the CE, and lack of familiarization with modern technologies being found among the most prominent ones.

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Information and Communication Technology Solutions for the Circular Economy

2020

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“…The textile sector has not been immune to this revolution and it has undergone accelerated changes due to globalization and technologies (Hader et al, 2022). People currently have access to various means of buying clothes (web portals or apps), most of which have illustrative images of the garments and a brief description (Faria et al, 2020). Inditex (the parent company of the ZARA brand) is an example of this, as it was able to optimize its resources to position itself against future global competitors (Atencia et al, 2018) in an evolving environment.…”

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Acceptance factors of Zara's shopping app among fashion consumers during COVID‐19

Gil‐Cordero

Ledesma‐Chaves

Baena‐Luna

2023

J of Consumer Behaviour

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Online sales in the textile sector are undergoing a comprehensive renewal process as a result of COVID-19. This article analyzes how the pandemic has influenced the ZARA brand in its sales channel through its mobile application (app). This analysis has been carried out through the development of a UTAUT 2 model into which the constructs of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Design have been incorporated. Based on a sample of 736 Spanish people, an anonymous online questionnaire was distributed, and the responses were modeled using structural equations with Smart-PLS. From the results obtained and their interpretation, it is evident how, when purchasing textile products through the app, consumers are indifferent to the CSR of the brand, while design, ease of condition, and habit are shown as the elements that exert the greatest influence on the buyer. Despite being a growing trend within companies, the importance of CSR actions is not yet a determining factor in the intention to use fashion apps. Perhaps in a situation of uncertainty, consumers seek refuge in a well-known brand, without assessing whether the company is aligned with the interests of its environment. In times of COVID-19, users have changed their shopping habits, directly influencing online shopping. But what are the acceptance factors of these apps during this COVID-19 era? For this study, we have analyzed the ZARA fashion app through a sample of users in Spain, where the app has a higher number of active users.

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“…Jia et al [28] mentioned IoT and Cyberphysical Systems in their survey of circular economy barriers and practices in the textile and apparel industry; they highlighted the reduction of pollutant gas emissions. Faria et al [29] analyzed mobile applications that use IoT and cloud computing to support online apparel commerce with circular economy features and facilitate access to second-hand clothing. Alcayaga et al [30] investigated big data, IoT, and Cyberphysical Systems in smart circular systems at the micro-production level, in which they stimulate sub-product exchange between firms.…”

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Industry 4.0 Technologies Promote Micro-Level Circular Economy but Neglect Strong Sustainability in Textile Industry

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Large textile industries are deploying Industry 4.0 Technologies (I4.0T) aiming to develop a micro-level circular economy (CECP), considering cleaner production practices as a strategic tool. However, due to the environmental impact generated by the textile industry, it has not yet achieved Strong Sustainability (SS), denoting an important path to be pursued by managers and shareholders in view of meeting the 2030 agenda. With this, the objective of this study is to evaluate whether the adoption of I4.0T promotes CECP-driving SS actions in large textile industries located in Brazil. A survey was the research method adopted, and for data analysis, structural equation modeling was used to test the hypotheses and Pearson correlation between variables. It was concluded that the adoption of I4.0T promotes CECP. However, they neglect SS actions. Facilitators for CECP practices were big data, augmented reality, and autonomous robots. In terms of SS, I4.0T has a low impact on increasing resource consumption efficiency, reusing waste as input in other processes, and increasing access to commodities. This research contributes to the linking I4.0T, CECP, and SS theory. Moreover, with the dissemination of knowledge to managers about the I4.0T that generates the CECP, it is possible to develop sustainable strategies in operations. However, to move in this direction, it is essential that there is a collective effort of the government, companies, and society, starting by raising awareness about the importance of SS in the textile sector.

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Circular Economy for Clothes Using Web and Mobile Technologies—A Systematic Review and a Taxonomy Proposal

Cited by 9 publications

References 32 publications

Information and Communication Technology Solutions for the Circular Economy

Information and Communication Technology Solutions for the Circular Economy

Acceptance factors of Zara's shopping app among fashion consumers during COVID‐19

Industry 4.0 Technologies Promote Micro-Level Circular Economy but Neglect Strong Sustainability in Textile Industry

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